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The Jungle Deep

Rallen paused at the distant crack of thunder, waiting for an echo that never came. Frowning, he turned his face to the wind and tasted something foul, a faint tang of ash and acid. Up ahead, Corrick continued striding towards the ruined tower, his cloak flapping madly behind him. This was an abandoned place. Rallen caught up just as Corrick reached the broken archway that led into the tower. The other ranger turned.   ‘I don’t understand, Corrick. This watchtower hasn’t been manned in decades.’ ‘I suspect that is about to change.’ Rallen shook his head. ‘We’ve been at peace with Lorenthia for generations. The king’s sister is married to…’ His voice trailed off as he saw his friend’s pain. ‘Corrick?’ Corrick shook his head slowly. ‘Just follow.’ The ranger turned through the arch, and Rallen quickly followed. Inside, shafts of sunlight reached down through the cracks in the roof to guide their way. They climbed slowly up the worn stairs that still circled around the inside of the tower
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Scenario 2 - Dungeon Level 2

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  As your companions ready themselves for the dark descent, you stop to take a closer look at the elevator that will take you into the depths. Although the pulley system includes a significant length of rope, it is far too short to reach the level of the Shadow Deep. It is clear the descent must be in steps or stages.  Added to the fact that you are still at least a mile from the edge of the Deep, and you know that you’ll have to make a long journey through tunnels and passageways. You will try to remain undetected for as long as possible, but know that likely, at some point, you’ll probably have to fight your way through.    With a sigh, you motion to your companions and you all step on to the gently swaying platform that will take you down into the darkness…   Scenario 2 - Dungeon Level 2 As you descend further into the dungeon, a burning stench comes wafting up the shaft. It’s so powerful that your eyes water, your throat burns, and your stomach churns. You stop the descent so every
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